AMOROTTI
Loreto Aprutino
Abruzzo
Gaetano Carboni is the man behind this incredible estate in Abruzzo, which dates back to 1521. His family’s cellar in Loreto Aprutino lies just across the street from the famous Valentini estate. In the same vein, Gaetano continues a long tradition of making wines naturally and with respect for the land. His vineyards between the Gran Sasso and the Adriatic sea are planted to both Montepulciano and Trebbiano.
Gaetano’s holdings cover 14 hectares which are all farmed organically and received certification in 2006. He harvests manually and transports the grapes in small crates to his labyrinthine cellar. A light handed approach and respect of traditions result in wines with a great purity and balance.
Trebbiano d’Abbruzzo
Vintage 2021
Style White
Region Loreto Aprutino, Abruzzo
Varieties Trebbiano d’Abruzzo
ABV 12.5%
Soils Clay, Limestone
Farming Organic
Winemaking Trebbiano is grown using the traditional Tendone training system. Grapes are hand harvested and selected in the vineyard. The wine undergoes a spontaneous fermentation with natural yeasts present on the grape skins. The wine is aged for 1 year in 550L used oak barrels and it spends 6 months in bottle before release.
Tasting Note A lovely aromatic Trebbiano with notes of dried lime, soft mint and smoky tangerine. A very unique style full of texture and concentration on the palate.
Cerasuolo d’Abbruzzo
Vintage 2021
Style Rosé
Region Loreto Aprutino, Abruzzo
Varieties Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
ABV 14%
Soils Clay, Limestone
Farming Organic
Winemaking The Montepulciano grapes are grown using guyot trained vines. The grapes are hand harvested and selected in the vineyard then vinified with spontaneous fermentation using the indigenous yeasts present on the grape skins. The wine is aged for one year in 25hl barrels, followed by 6 months in bottle prior to release.
Tasting Note Soft red cherry notes, quince, clementine and sesame seeds lend to dried herbs and a herbal lift. Amazing concentration and roundness on the palate that is refreshed by a mouthwatering acidity.
Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
Vintage 2019
Style Red
Region Loreto Aprutino, Abruzzo
Varieties Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
ABV 15%
Soils Clay, Limestone
Farming Organic
Winemaking The Montepulciano vines are trained using the guyot system. Grapes are hand harvested and selected in the vineyard. The wine goes through a spontaneous fermentation using the natural yeasts present in the grape skins. The wine is aged for 2 years in 50hl used barrels, followed by 6 months in bottle prior to release.
Tasting Note Dark damson, ripe blueberry and bruised plum followed by an earthy meaty texture and charred bergamot on the finish. The palate is savoury and smoky, refreshed by citrus and red fruit notes with beautiful grainy tannins and a powerful long finish.